Alex Morgan was the co-captain of the U.S. Women’s National Team just four years ago. But as the United States begins to prepare for the 2024 Paris Olympics, she will not be a part of the roster.
Morgan was left off the USWNT roster announced on Wednesday, a stunning move as the team looks for its first Olympic gold since 2012.
“Today, I’m disappointed about not having the opportunity to represent our country on the Olympic stage,” Morgan said on X. “This will always be a tournament that is close to my heart and I take immense pride any time I put on the crest. In less than a month, I look forward to supporting this team.”
Why was the Olympic gold-medal and three-time FIFA World Cup winner left off the roster? Here’s what you need to know.
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Why Alex Morgan was left off USWNT Olympic roster
Morgan is among the nation’s most well-known soccer players, and has been a major reason behind the team’s popularity in recent years. But she has been on the decline in production.
A forward for San Diego Wave, she has not scored a goal this season in 539 minutes. In her past 10 USWNT appearances, she has notched only a pair of goals, neither of which came during the 2023 Women’s World Cup. The lack of production has come as she has also appeared…
